VSC Light On?

Tiny
SEND2MOUDY
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  • 2004 LEXUS GS 300
  • 3.0L
  • V6
  • RWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
Hi there,

My GS 300 recently started showing these signs on the dash. First it started with the VSC OFF sign of which after I check it out I found that the air intake pipes one connection was loose and this made it come on. So I returned it back on and tightened it and it was working fine. That was about 2 months ago but last week the subjected signs have been coming on even after replacing new brake pads all around and also for good measure the tyres (not related I know). Also removed the -ve terminal from the battery to reset the computer but still the lights are on. What should I be looking at? I can take to a garage but most of the time they charge a bomb if you don't know your car well and I need to pin the issue before I take it in. Please help if possible. Thanks
Saturday, December 28th, 2013 AT 10:25 PM

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Tiny
SATURNTECH9
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This is common when one of the wheel speed sensors go out. To find out which on this video will show you.

https://youtu.be/rTtAnsOlZU4

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.
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Saturday, December 28th, 2013 AT 11:05 PM
Tiny
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  • 2003 LEXUS GS 300
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Has VSC light on, check engine light on, codes c1201, P0441, 442, and 446.
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 AT 11:06 AM (Merged)
Tiny
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Good afternoon again,

These codes are evap codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-emission-control-systems-work

Toyota has a canister in the rear above the fuel tank that contains everything in it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/evap-system-code-repair

That most likely is your issue here. I attached a picture for you as well as the descriptions.

Roy
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 AT 11:06 AM (Merged)
Tiny
MSADKATES
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Brakes problem
2001 Lexus GS 300 85000 miles

Brakes aren't in the best shape and my VSC lights are on and would not turn off. Cost to Repair?
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 AT 11:06 AM (Merged)
Tiny
DAVE H
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Have the brakes replaced $200/300 depending on the shop you use and the actual condition of all parts. Have the vehicle plugged into a diagnostic scanner to locate the cause of the VSC fault
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 AT 11:06 AM (Merged)

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